Post Show Report2018 Ottawa Home + Garden Show

Tens of thousands of homeowners converged at the EY Centre for four days of the Ottawa Home + Garden Show presented by Re/Max, where they found big ideas, trusted advice, and fresh inspiration. With ideas in mind and money to spend, visitors eagerly walked the show to gain inspiration and meet with more than 328 trusted brands and local companies to discuss their projects. Here’s a recap of the exciting marketplace these visitors experienced.

2.5+ millionPR Media Impressions

31,472Total Attendees (9% increase!)

Over 57.5% of exhibitors have renewed their space for Spring 2019, including:Stanley Security | Bath Fitter | Dad’s Screenmobile | 3608999 Canada Inc. Cellcom Communications | The Fireplace Center & Patio Shop | Redfern | OakWood | 1867 Confederation Log Homes | Hydro Ottawa Limited | Budget Blinds | Pella Windows and Doors | Leather Better | Capital Memorial Gardens | Dewdad Inc. | Edward Jones | ADT Security Services Canada Inc | Sleep Country | Fine Therapy | Metal Pro Roofing | Capital Decks | Excel Building & Roofing | Bath Depot | Northco | London Eco-Roof Manufacturing | Big City W & D Inc. | DIG-RITE | The Vacuum Store | 1-Lad Electric | Comfort Corner | Yards Unlimited Landscaping Inc. | Ottawa General Contractors | The Door Company | Interlock Rehmann | Suncoast Enclosures | End of the Roll | Njoi Marketing | Amigo Door | Unidem Sales Inc. | Sunspace Sunrooms | Queensway Caulking LTD | European Meat | Mallette Landscaping | Hansen Lawn & Garden | Ottawa Gatineau Painting | Carmichael Meats | Fashion Trendz | The Painter’s Daughter | The Deck Store | Firon Roofing | ClickLock Premium Metal Roofing | The Silverstone Group | A Home Check Ltd. | Weatherwall Patio Windows | Buzz Art | Su Silk Art | Lalonde Awnings | Popeye’s Supplements | Climate Works Heating & Cooling | Summer Accents | Alluminum Depot Ottawa | Elite Armour | Euro Star Windows & Doors | Top Hat Comfort Services | Dustins Design & Drafting | Gilles Renaud Heating | Dog Watch | J.A.Y. Holdings | Arbuckle Construction | Four Seasons Sunrooms | Stans HVAC Systems Inc. | Hawes Michael Enterprises | RenovAction | RF Enterprises | Floor Coverings International | Green Works Contracting | Dutch Green | OakTree Chiropractic and Acupuncture | Wood-Ever | Splash Pools & Spas | Al Parsons Electronics | Comfort Hub Heating & Cooling | Majestic Metal Works | Alliance Security | Triangle Kitchen & Bath | OAHI Ontario Association of Home Inspectors | SGO Designer Glass Ottawa/Gatineau | Level Construction | Spray-Net Gatineau/Ottawa | NeighborScape | Gardening By Design Inc. | Ottawa Builders Inc. | Epicure | Piscines Aqua-Bois Inc. | F & F Enterprises | PLS Insoles | Ocean Sales | Home Depot | Canadian Masonry Services | Universal Stone | RGCV | Rydel Roofing | Mr. Foundation | CertaPro Painters Ottawa | Lindsay Landscapes | Mondeau Boone | Ring Electric Inc. | Miller Technical Services | Regal Hardwood Flooring | C H Contracting | Ritchie Feed & Seed | The Mortgage Advisors | WOW 1 DAY PAINTING | Welwyn Wong Landscape Design | Select Marketing | Titanium Exclusive Cookware | Purewater Pools, Spas and Billiards | Riverside Natural Foods | Rinox | Steel Tile Co.

Exhibitor SnapshotThe results speak for themselves! Exhibitors shared their experience in the post-show survey. Here’s what was reported:

100%stated their overall satisfaction with the show was “excellent”, “very good”, or “good”

100%will “definitely” or “likely” exhibit at the show again

95%will “definitely” recommend or are “likely to” recommend the show to other potential exhibitors

95%stated the quality of attendees present were “excellent,” or “very good”

91%stated their overall experience working with the show team was “excellent,” or “very good”

Proven ResultsWe manage multiple shows in the same markets and our geotracking analysis shows the average cross-over audience is only 4%. 96% of visitors are a unique audience. If you exhibit in just one of our Ottawa shows you’re missing an entire audience of customers!

Getting the Word OutOur new creative campaign “Make It Yours”, focused on helping consumers organize and manage their home renovations, tailor them to their dreams and ideas, and look for advice and inspiration from experts like you! We received more than $253,000+ in paid and promotional media, including print, television, out-of-home and online. Plus, the show garnered over $43,000 in PR value across a variety of mediums, finishing with an audience of 2.5+ million reached through PR coverage.

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Visitor Snapshot

98%of attendees have a project in mind

95%of attendees are homeowners

75%of attendees attended with their spouse (both decision makers)

MORE THAN HALFof attendees have a renovation budget of up to $50,000

Satisfaction GuaranteedAny attendee who was not completely satisfied with the Ottawa Home + Garden Show was able to visit the Show Office to submit paperwork to receive a full refund. This guarantee was promoted in show advertising. We’re pleased to report that out of 31,472 visitors, we received only 8 requests for a refund.

From paint colour to furniture, landscaping to functionality, your space is all about you. Do the homework to make your home work at the Ottawa Home + Garden Show presented by Re/Max, returning March 22-25, 2018 at the EY Centre. Tour the Living Landscape Gardens by Landscape Ontario filled with 6,000 sq.ft. of lush green gardens, and find your style with the help of HGTV Canada’s Carson Arthur! Check out must-see features and more than 300 trusted brands. Satisfaction guaranteed – or the price of admission is on us!

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De la peinture aux meubles, de l’aménagement paysager à la fonctionnalité, faites de cet espace le vôtre ! Magazinez pour embellir votre maison au Salon Maison & Jardin d’Ottawa, présenté par RE/MAX. Visitez les jardins à la végétation luxuriante de la section Living Landscapes, présenté par Landscape Ontario qui couvriront toute une salle d’exposition du Centre EY. Carson Arthur de HGTV Canada vous aidera à trouver votre style ! Ne manquez pas de découvrir nos formidables attractions et de rencontrer plus de 300 experts. Satisfaction garantie ou argent remis.

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Fresh Features2018 Ottawa Home + Garden Show

1. LIVING LANDSCAPESBY LANDSCAPE ONTARIOVisitors experienced gardens galore with lush garden oasis’ spanning over 30,000 sq.ft. at the third annual Living Landscapes. The stimulating new gardens were different in size, each with its own theme, inspiration and design. The gardens inspired those green thumbs by showcasing what is possible in the Canadian Landscape.

2. FLOWERNITE WORKSHOPSFlowerNite is Ottawa’s fastest growing social event, providing a night of creativity and laughs. Visitors enjoyed the workshop and the beauty of fresh flowers, learning about flower arranging from trained floral instructors – all while learning how to create beautiful spring centerpieces.

3. BONNEVILLE MODEL HOME: ILLÜMAVisitors explored the latest model in the Micro-LoftTM series that has been created to make the most out of every last square foot. Illüma brings you a cozy mezzanine-level bedroom, clever under-stair storage and ceilings varying in height between 8 and 10½ feet.

4. URBAN BARN MAIN STAGECanada’s most popular designers, gardeners and home improvement specialists were sharing their advice, tips and inspiration at the Urban Barn Main Stage. Celebrity presenters included HGTV Canada’s Home to Win stars Carson Arthur and Tiffany Pratt and Cityline DIY expert, Leigh –Ann Allaire Perrault.

5. THE PERTH BREWERY LOUNGETired walkers evaluated their purchases and relaxed at the Perth Brewery lounge – a local Ottawa microbrewery, and enjoyed one of Perth’s traditionally handcrafted beers!

6. PLANTED!Presented by Rust-Oleum in support of Habitat for Humanity10 of Ottawa’s top influencers were challenged to source any item from Habitat for Humanity ReStore and re-imagine it into a planter using a little elbow grease and carefully curated products from Rust-Oleum Consumer Brands Canada. Visitors were able to bid on their favourites, with all proceeds benefitting Habitat for HumanityGreater Ottawa.

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